GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, performs routine and complex analytic procedures on blood and/or other body fluids or specimens, involving manual techniques or the use of laboratory instruments and information systems.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Performs routine and complex biological, chemical, cytological, hematological, histologic, immunological, microscopic, and/or bacteriological tests procedures on laboratory specimens, using manual or automated techniques and information systems, for the purpose of diagnosing, preventing, or treatment of disease. The Medical Laboratory Scientist is qualified to perform duties described here, and, in a given job situation may or may not perform all of the duties as actual duties will pertain to the specific assignment.

2. Applies knowledge, training, and independent clinical judgment to take action and/or develop solutions. Collaborates with leadership staff to improve processes and resolve problems, including:

a) Evaluating instrument performance and quality control results to ensure the accuracy and reliability of all analytic data prior to release;

b) Correlating results with other lab data and/or disease states;

c) Identification of technical, instrument, pharmacologic and/or physiologic causes of unexpected test results.

3. Performs calibration, preventive maintenance, quality control, and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment, instruments and/or laboratory information systems. Following successful completion of competency testing may perform processing, testing, and reporting without direct supervision.

4. Complies with established departmental and institutional policies and procedures, including compliance, quality assessment and improvement, safety, environmental, and infection control. Maintains confidentiality of patient information.

5. Participates in various quality assessment and improvement activities including, proficiency testing, gathering data for quality assurance monitors, developing and adhering to safe work practices, participating in quality improvement committees, and successfully completes regular competency assessments. Maintains the laboratory and procedures in inspection ready condition.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

1. Completion of accredited Bachelor’s Degree program in medical technology, medical laboratory sciences, or clinical laboratory sciences. Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Microbiology, or Biology may be considered if completed coursework aligns with the duties of the specific Medical Laboratory Scientist position. Degrees earned outside of the US must have a transcript review for US equivalency by a NACES approved credential evaluation service.

2. Requires six months experience in a medical laboratory setting.

3. Demonstrated technical proficiency and theoretical knowledge sufficient to perform laboratory functions are required.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Healthcare setting:

• Medical laboratory

Medical specialties:

• Pathology

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Have you completed a Bachelor’s Degree program in medical technology, medical laboratory sciences, or clinical laboratory sciences?

Work Location: In person